Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Procedure
- CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP DESIGN
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Check for genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap design.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 2
- NG: Replace with genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap.
- CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP INSTALLATION
Check that the cap is tightened properly by rotating the cap clockwise.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 3.
- NG:
- Open fuel filler cap, then clean cap and fuel filler neck threads using air blower.
- Retighten until ratcheting sound is heard.
- CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP FUNCTION
Check for air releasing sound while opening the fuel filler cap.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 5 .
- NG: GO TO 4.
- CHECK FUEL TANK VACUUM RELIEF VALVE
- Wipe clean valve housing.
- Check valve opening pressure and vacuum. See Figure
and Figure
.
Pressure:
15.3 - 20.0 kPa (0.156 - 0.204 kg/cm 2, 2.22 - 2.90 pis)
Vacuum:
-6.0 to -3.3 kPa (-0.061 to -0.034 kg/cm 2, -0.87 to -0.48 psi
CAUTION: Use only a genuine fuel filler cap as a replacement. If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the MIL may come on.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 5.
- NG: Replace fuel filler cap with a genuine one.
- INSTALL THE PRESSURE PUMP
To locate the EVAP leak, install EVAP service port adapter and pressure pump to EVAP service port securely.
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
See also Figure .
NOTE: Improper installation of the EVAP service port adapter to the EVAP service port may cause leaking.- Models with CONSULT-II: GO TO 6.
- Models without CONSULT-II: GO TO 7 .
- CHECK FOR EVAP LEAK
With CONSULT-II
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE of WORK SUPPORT mode with CONSULT-II.
- Touch START and apply pressure into the EVAP line until the pressure indicator reaches the middle of the bar graph.NOTE:
- Never use compressed air or a high pressure pump.
- Do not exceed 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm2 , 0.6 psi) of pressure in the system.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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